Quick Simple Green Pea Cheddar Salad

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Brighten up your table with this Quick Simple Green Pea Cheddar Salad, a creamy, crunchy delight that's ready in just 10 minutes! Featuring tender yet crisp frozen green peas, sharp cheddar cheese, and a pop of tangy red onion, this salad is tossed in a rich, velvety dressing made with mayo, white vinegar, and a touch of honey for balanced sweetness. Perfect as a refreshing side dish, this no-cook recipe is an effortless way to add flavor and vibrant color to your meal. Garnish with fresh parsley for a hint of herbaceous flair, and serve it chilled for ultimate enjoyment. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, this easy green pea salad will become a quick favorite!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 10 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

9 items

• 2 cups Frozen green peas
• 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.25 cup Red onion, finely diced
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon White vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

📝 Instructions

7 steps

1. In a large bowl, add the frozen green peas. Allow them to sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes to slightly thaw. This gives them a pleasant crunch and removes excess frost.

2. While the peas thaw, prepare the dressing by combining mayonnaise, white vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper in a small mixing bowl. Whisk until smooth and creamy.

3. Once the peas have thawed slightly, add the shredded cheddar cheese and diced red onion to the bowl with the peas.

4. Pour the dressing over the pea mixture, and gently toss everything together until the peas are evenly coated in the creamy dressing.

5. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper to your liking.

6. For garnish, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top before serving, if desired.

7. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours for a colder and more blended flavor. Enjoy as a side dish or snack!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (147.2g)

Calories		386
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		31.9 g	41%
	Saturated Fat	9.6 g	48%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		41 mg	14%
Sodium		544 mg	24%
Total Carbohydrate		14.6 g	5%
	Dietary Fiber	4.1 g	15%
	Total Sugars	6.0 g
Protein		11.3 g	23%
Vitamin D		0.2 mcg	1%
Calcium		227 mg	17%
Iron		1.5 mg	8%
Potassium		243 mg	5%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1148 cal (73.5%%)

Protein: 182 cal (11.7%%)

Carbs: 232 cal (14.9%%)